50 Best Italian Restaurants near El Monte

“Ordered the Supreme Combo Sandwich today. What a great cold cut sub. Everything fresh and lots of it. These guys weren't greedy on the meat or veggies. 👍“

“Best Italian food in town. Delicious pizza, lasagna, pastrami sandwich and of course Great people.“

“Family atmosphere and the most authentic Italian food!! Always delicious and always a good time!“

“We had the Bambino house pasta dish [ delicious we ordered this for our women's retreat, for 80 women; Pescador pasta; seafood pasta; pesto sandwich with side of cold Pasta salad [ we also ordered this for our retreat for our lunch, for 80 women], avocado salad. Their avocado salad is a must try as well as the other dishes. Their sauces are light n delicious. Extraordinary place to have a family evening out. They go out of their way to make you comfortable. 5 ? familt restaurant.
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“Amazing smoothies and bowls! Yummmmy! Cute shop with food and gift items as well!“

“Had to stop by my favorite Italian grubbin in the heart of Old Town Pasadena all the way from Boise. This was my 3rd time and each time just keeps getting better; definitely the bigger the party, the better. We paid $225 for 4 pasta entrees, 3 appetizers, & 2 glasses of wine for a party of 6. I’ve learned to like my pastas al dente after having them here. The meatballs are banging, the wine-pairing was delightful. Our service was attentive and pleasant; the vibe is always vibrant and homey. Highly recommended.“

“best food and the very best customer service ever!!!! we love love love the quality meats and the catering is #1 :)“

“It was delicious and my waiter was awesome.“

“Our server was awesome... her recommendations were spot on! the food surpassed our expectations! exceptional...The ambiance was relaxing for a Friday night and perfect for our friend's birthday celebration. thank you for making it so special. Very happy party of 4 enjoyed dinner at Marina!“

“I’ve always been happy with the service and food . My comfort food like eating with family . Always felt welcomed“

“Great food at good prices“

“Muy buen servicio Comida deliciosa…“

“Lascaris’s never disappoints from there pizza to there sandwiches. Ordered the large Roast Beef, Ham and turkey sandwhich with cheese. The bread was nice and soft and came with mayo lettuce and tomatoes. The sandwhich also comes with a side to which I got the macaroni which was nice and creamy. Sandwiched and side totaled 15.50$ I also threw in some bbq chips for a 1.25$ more total came out to 16.75 which felt was pretty decent. I would definitely recommend Lascaris to anyone looking for fresh yummy Italian food.“

“Truly a hidden gem. Several levels of dining space combined with the big fireplace gives the restaurant a unique ambiance. The food was superb, incredible pasta. There was a live pianist playing that made the evening even more memorable. As it often happens with places like this, service was impeccable.“

“Pssing through. Hilton Hotel in Montebello said tgey had the best pizza around. Very true. Loved the New York.“

“Beautiful ambiance Good Food and Good Drinks The GM Alex was very friendly and hospitable Thank You Alex We will be back!“

“the pizza is ausome been going to Angelo's pizza many years ago and it still the same“

“amazing doesn't even describe my Garlic Knots and Spaghetti Caprese. loads of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and fresh basil. The price was also amazing. wish this was vloser to home!“

“Best Italian food I’ve ever had!“

“Incredible service, ambience & food. �����“

“Best broasted chicken and large portions. Delicious Italian food“

“This Italian restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. The staff is incredibly welcoming and attentive, making you feel like part of the family. The food is hands-down some of the best I’ve ever had – the handmade pasta is so fresh, and the sauces are rich and flavorful. The ambiance is charming, with a lively atmosphere, making it a great spot for groups or intimate dinners. Whether you’re craving a hearty pizza or a delicate seafood dish, they have something to satisfy every palate. Definitely worth a visit!“

“Curbside pickup First time“

“the food was really good and service was great“

“Absolutely love this place. The food was excellent! For appetizers we had the meatballs and bruschetta. For the main dishes we had the vongole, chicken Parmigiano, kids' spaghetti and meatballs and kids' chicken fettuccine Alfredo. For dessert we had the cheesecake. Everything was so delicious! In addition, the staff Ronie and Santos were so kind, professional, friendly and attentive. Thank you for making this experience phenomenal.“

“Had to check out this place and oh my goodness they best pasta I've ever eaten. Their veggie soup is really good. Was going to order their ravioli but, they no longer serve them anymore. Definitely have to try their signature meals, service is very friendly! Love supporting small businesses <3“

“Henry the bartender is one of the best ! His drinks are better then any I’ve had and his presence is what makes your bar area so inviting. I’ve come out there many times and you never disappoint! You have a forever customer! Oh did I mention the food is superb and taste fresh and is perfectly portioned!“

“Excellent customer service and food!“

“Asparagus appraiser was slightly salty, but very tasty. Sweet potato ravioli was great and NY steak was cooked and seasoned to perfection. We will be back!“

“Their UBER YUMMY Spumoni ice cream and their EVEN YUMMIER Masterpiece shake!!!!“

“pizza off the chain. good“

“Great customer service. delicious fresh pizzas !“

“Good food and decent service. I had Alfredo which was a tad bland but still tasty. Boneless wings were good, wraps and chicken parm were all above average. Drinks were mostly timely and good. Tvs in every view made watching football easy. Parking was tough but we expected that.“

“Everything about our experience was great! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting. The menu offered a nice selection of choices. We ordered the lunch special and it was delicious. Beautiful presentation, and in my opinion, we were served a lovely amount of food for a “special.” The service was very good. We do not live in the area but I would definitely make the field trip to eat here again…and bring my friends!“

“Great food and great service! What more can you ask for!“

“love the food and service is great“

“Best Italian food and service...family owned...we love supporting the Portofino Trattoria family❤“

“Amazing fresh food and excellent service.“

“In celebration of My Lady birthday. The service was beyond expectation. The servers were kind, joyful, attentive and respectful. The food was brought to the table fresh, hot, and to the person who ordered it. The price was well in reach. We Gad an grantastic time.“

“The food is second to none!“

“I haven't been to an olive garden in years. We ordered fried mozzarella. My entrée was really good. Eggplant parmesan was light and not over breaded with just enough marinara on top. I was able to switch out the spaghetti for fettuccine alfredo. I ordered an Italian margarita it was citrusy and served with amaretto. The only disappointment was the salad... I had to pick out so many white parts and hearts of lettuce. It seemed as if I got the last part of the day ends of greens. Our server was efficient and quick.“

“Thank you Richard. I came here to celebrate my sister’s 17th birthday on a Sunday during prime time lunch/evening hours. From the start they said it was busy and had little servers. We’re a family of 8 who are big backed and were unfortunately asking for a ton of requests (refills, toppings, more soup, etc). Despite our constant needs and it being short staffed, Richard constantly checked in with us and even made sure he was able to bring additional servers to sing happy birthday to my sister with a free slice of cake. He did everything to make our experience a great one. Additionally my little sister left her bag and he was able to retrieve it right away. He left my family and I blown away with his helpfulness and humor. So much so, we’re leaving a review in his name. Thank you Richard.“

“At the moment you come to this restaurant the waiters give you a great feeling. Very congenial team, it is a good restaurant to enjoy with buddies or with your date. delightful cooking, specialist chief cook and stuff, honest price and attentive service. Warmly recommended.“

“Owner Operator Jose A Portillo has a gem of an Italian restaurant in Baldwin Park. Stopped in early on a Friday for some dinners to-go. My elderly parents are mostly homebound and they are very fond of this little eatery. I was deeply impressed with the service and attention from Jose himself during our visit. And this was for to-go orders. We got two orders of La Pescadori and a meatball sandwich. The dishes were spectacular and the care and love from El Appetiz was world class.“

“Ravioli, Lasagna, Pizza it's my 2nd time only. So, that's the only thing I can recommend“

“I’m big fan of wood fire Pizza. Finally a halal spot. MashaAllah pizza is amazing. I love the crust. And the pizzas are light, so we got a couple options for me and my family.“

“This location is always busy. I usually come here before 5 p m Because I hate waiting in line. Regardless if I get lucky or not, the food here never disappoints. Endless salad and breadsticks. Good meatball and shrimp appetizer is fantastic. The pasta plates large enough to always have leftovers at home and service is fast. My new favorite drink is the apple sangria, soooo good. It's made from Moscato and is nice take on the bitter normal sangria.

Parking: This location is in the Montebello mall lot.

Kid-friendliness: Kids menu provided“

“the food its just delicious.“

“We had five courses, all delicious and ample for sharing with two. The menu was so varied, and interesting that we put it on our ‘ must return soon' list. Sweet & fantastic staff. We loved our entire experience. Andrea Turner“

“love the service here. been coming here for over 22 years“